A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Capitate
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Headlike in form; also, having the distal end enlarged
and rounded, as the stigmas of certain flowers.
Capitate meaning & definition 1 of Capitate.
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Ending in a distinct compact head.
Capitate meaning & definition 2 of Capitate.
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